STEMCO Celebrates 75 Years of Making the Roadways Safer®

Stemco assembly line.

Company reflects on history and looks ahead to continued innovation in commercial trucking

 

LONGVIEW, TX (March 9, 2026) – STEMCO, an Enpro company (NYSE: NPO) and manufacturer of heavy-duty components and solutions for commercial vehicles, is celebrating 75 years of engineering innovation and service within the commercial trucking industry throughout 2026.

 

Founded in 1951, STEMCO has built a reputation for manufacturing seals, hub caps, bearings, axle fasteners, and king pins, engineered to perform in demanding fleet environments. From fleet tested wheel end products to advanced component solutions, the company’s history reflects a consistent focus on durability, uptime, and total cost of ownership.

 

“As STEMCO celebrates 75 years of innovation and service, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to everyone in the commercial vehicle market, namely our deeply valued customers and employees, who have contributed to our longevity and success,” said Chip Stuhr, President of STEMCO.

 

“Together, we’ve made remarkable strides in our mission to make the roadways safer, and I’m proud of the legacy we’ve built,” Stuhr added. “This anniversary is not just a celebration of the past, but a recognition of the trust and collaboration that has propelled us forward. Thank you for continuing our journey and making an even greater impact in the years ahead.”

 

Guided by its core values of trust, training and support, and focused innovation, STEMCO remains committed to customer support and service through precision engineering and manufacturing. Proudly made in the United States, STEMCO solutions are built for the long haul and aligned with its long standing mission of Making the Roadways Safer.

 

Throughout 2026, STEMCO plans to commemorate its 75th anniversary with promotional items and updates shared with customers and industry partners. For more information, visit https://www.stemco.com/, and see STEMCO’s latest products at TMC 2026, March 16–19 in Nashville, TN.

 

About STEMCO

STEMCO, an Enpro (NYSE: NPO) company, is a leader in the technology and manufacture of commercial trucking components with the commitment of Making the Roadways Safer®. Based in Longview, Texas, and founded in 1951, STEMCO specializes in wheel end and steering products, including seals, hub caps, bearings, axle fasteners, and king pins. For more information, visit https://www.stemco.com/.

 

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drust@epiccreative.com

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